Tuesday, October 28, 2014 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM (EDT)

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As a prominent Asian American in the community, MC Jin paved the way for future Asian Americans to break out of their shells into the world of music and live entertainment. It wasn’t an easy journey but he made it to be the first American solo rapper of Asian descent signed to a major hip-hop record label. Back stateside now, MC Jin will be releasing a full length album on October 19th titled “14:59”.

Come listen to MC Jin share his experiences of his music journey, from his mentors along the way to the hardships he endured before enjoying career success.

*Part of Apex for Youth Speaker Series: Mentoring Never Stops and Kollaboration New York's Speaker series.

About MC Jin:

MC Jin, is an Chinese American rapper, songwriter, and actor. Born in Miami, Florida and later living in New York City, he decided to live in Hong Kong before returning to New York to reside permanently in the summer of 2012. In the United States, he was both the first American solo rapper of East Asian and Hong Kong descent to be signed to a major hip hop record label. His upcoming full length album, to be released October 19th, features work collaborations with Grammy winning producers who have worked with Pharrell, Kendrick Lamar, and more.

About Apex for Youth:

Apex for Youth delivers possibilities to underserved Asian and immigrant youth from low-­income families in NYC. We recruit working professionals to volunteer and become positive role models who inspire youth to expand their horizons and envision what is possible for their lives. Through mentoring and educational programs that serve students from 1st to 12th grade, Apex volunteers guide and support youth to become confident, be ready for college and give back to the community.

About Kollaboration New York:

As the launching pad for previously undiscovered Asian American talents, Kollaboration New York and creates a strong community of passionate artists who represent the best of each city's creative talents via partnerships with other community organizations, fundraisers and an annual showcase competition. Kollaboration is a completely volunteer-run organization, with all profits being invested into future shows and events within the Greater New York City area. The Kollaboration New York team aims to provide a creative outlet where young, driven Asian American talents are given the opportunity to not only perform in front of a large audience, but to also find their voices and their place within the wider Asian American community: Empowerment Through Entertainment.

*Any proceeds from this event will fund programming for Apex for Youth and Kollaboration New York.

When & Where

Je'bon
15 Saint Marks Place
New York,
NY 10003

Tuesday, October 28, 2014 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM (EDT)

Organizer

Kollaboration New York

We are a fully volunteer-run nonprofit part of a nationwide 14-city coalition of local chapters. Our mission is to discover Asian American talent and promote them in mainstream media. It is our passion and belief that fascinating stories can be captured through entertainment. By encouraging more Asian Americans to be part of mainstream culture, we are able to provide more opportunity for the community’s future.